What is the original name of Truth or Consequences, New Mexico?

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The post office was opened in 1911 as Palomas Springs but was changed to Hot Springs in 1914. That name was kept until Ralph Edwards, the master of ceremonies of the radio show 'Truth or Consequences,' offered to host an annual celebration and nationwide broadcast to any city willing to change its name to Truth or Consequences. The Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce spread the news of the offer to advertise the city free of charge. No longer would it be confused with Hot Springs, Arkansas, or all the others throughout the United States. A special city election was held, and the vote was to change the name to Truth or Consequences. However, a protest was filed by 295 area residents, so there was another election. This time the 'yes' vote won by an even greater margin. The town became Truth or Consequences on March 31, 1950, although the post office was not changed until a year later. Ralph Edwards kept his promise and aired the first live, coast-to-coast broadcast of 'Truth or Consequences' from the city of Truth or Consequences. Aug 13 01, 9:26 AM

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